2007 Land Rover Defender vs. 1962 MG MGA
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Defender is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 MG MGA would be higher. At 2,495 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Defender (121 HP @ 1950 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1962 MG MGA. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1962 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1217 kg more than 1962 MG MGA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 MG MGA. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 MG MGA. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Land Rover Defender | 1962 MG MGA | |
Make | Land Rover | MG |
Model | Defender | MGA |
Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 121 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 1950 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2117 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2390 mm |